This archive spans from 2006 to the present and contains many of the bikes that came out of the Frances Workshop during that time.

BICYCLE MODELS:

TOURIST

Fully equipped to randonneur or tour, the tourist is at home on the road or dirt and gravel. Geometry and tube-set customized for fit and rider's intended use. The Tourist is the bike I want to ride on all occasions.

Standard includes a small front rack/bag support, light mount, light wire guides, brazons for 3 bottles, rear rack mounts, front low-rider rack mounts, fender mounts and cantilever brake mounts. Rear rack and many other options available - see the pricelist .

Available for wheel sizes (with fenders): 26" (up to 2.125), 650b (up to 50mm wide) or 700c (up to 42mm wide)

MIXTEHAUL

The go-to cargo hauler for everyday use, the Mixtehaul provides a large, open cargo space set low, in front of the rider. Waxed canvas bag and rainfly snap into the platform. The Mixtehaul is quick & fun to ride, and like all Frances machines, it comes equipped: bag, rainfly, lighting, fenders, rear rack mounts, center-stand and much more.

Testimonials from riders:

"This bike takes care of 99% of my transport needs :-). . . Many, many thanks for such an excellent steed." ~ Kathrine, Mixtehaul rider

SMALLHAUL

The Smallhaul is the sportster of cargo hauling and the key to touring with a dog or just a lot of stuff- all placed low and right in front, within reach.

Praise for the Smallhaul:

“[The Smallhaul] offers an appealing combination of cargo capacity with a fun, fast ride. . . . Perhaps every family should have one?" ~Jan Heine, The Bicycle Quarterly

"I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciated the craftsmanship in the bike. Such great attention to detail in the frame and fork and design of the bike overall . . . I was also amazed at how light it was and how well it handled (I took it for a long test ride!) what a wonderful machine.” ~ Robert Lester, Mechanic, Velocity Cycles, Edmonton, Alberta Canada.

"Dad, Let's go for a ride on that cargo Bike!" ~ Mark Vand Kamp's daughter, the Bicycle Quarterly

"The Smallhaul . . .is probably the lightest and most nimble cargo bike we've seen" ~ COG Magazine

PLATYPUS

This is the mid-gravity design. A beefy front platform on a quick, light frameset.

PARTS:

Frances stems are generally built to order, but there usually a few lying around. Get in touch if you want a stem.

FRAME REPAIRS AND MODIFICATIONS

There are a lot of broken bicycles out there. When a steel frame breaks, it can often be repaired again- We take all kinds of bikes and repairs. Tubes can be replaced, gussets and reinforcements can be added and bends can be straightened- frames can be restored. The same goes for modifications. Many great bikes are just a few brazons away from realizing their full potential: rack mounts, brake mounts, cable routing, etc.